Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
30 The Promontory
Zoning & Regional Plan
LDR
Low Density Residential
LEP: Caloundra City Plan 2013
Height Limit
8.5m or 2 storeys
Min Lot Size
600m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Banksia Beach is a small coastal locality on Bribie Island with limited local schooling infrastructure. The main public option is the local Banksia Beach State School for primary education, with secondary students typically attending Bribie Island State High School. Families seeking Catholic or independent alternatives will need to travel to nearby mainland suburbs or consider boarding options.
Likely public catchment
Banksia Beach residents are likely zoned for Banksia Beach State School (primary) and Bribie Island State High School (secondary); verify with the QLD Department of Education catchment maps.
Nearby schools
Banksia Beach State School
In catchmentBribie Island State High School
In catchmentSt Andrew's Lutheran College
Caboolture State High School
St Stephen's Catholic Primary School
Aroona State School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
30 The Promontory, Banksia Beach is located on Bribie Island with relatively light traffic conditions typical of a residential beach suburb. Access is primarily via The Promontory and connecting local roads, with Bribie Island Bridge being the main gateway to the mainland.
Nearby Major Roads
Peak Hour Impact
Minimal congestion during peak hours; some increased traffic on Bribie Island Bridge during summer weekends and holidays when tourists visit the island beaches, but overall impact remains moderate on local roads.
Public Transport
Limited public transport; nearest bus services approximately 1.5-2km away via Welsby Parade area. Private vehicle strongly recommended for this location.
Public Transport
10 public transport stops found within 1.5km (via OpenStreetMap). Nearest: Boronia Dr near Orchid St (0.5km).
Nearby Stops (within 1.5km)
Boronia Dr near Orchid St
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Boronia Dr near Warrigal St
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Jabiru St near Bellara St
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Jabiru St near Bellara St
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Elkhorn Ave near Oorooba Ave
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Elkhorn Ave near Oorooba Ave
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Verdoni St near Bellara St
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Verdoni St near Currong Cres
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Eucalypt St near Melrose Ave
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Eucalypt St near Melrose Ave
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Flood Risk
Banksia Beach is located on the Bribie Island side of Pumicestone Passage and experiences medium flood risk primarily from tidal influences, storm surge, and local drainage congestion. The low-lying coastal location and proximity to the passage create vulnerability to combined rainfall and tidal events. Most properties are subject to QLD flood mapping overlays requiring floor level and design considerations under the Planners' Planning Scheme.
Planning Controls
- •Compliance with QLD Development Standards for flood-prone areas (minimum floor levels relative to design flood event)
- •Assessment of storm surge and tidal inundation risk from Pumicestone Passage
- •Local stormwater management and drainage infrastructure constraints
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-LOW
Banksia Beach is a coastal suburb on Bribie Island, QLD, characterised by residential development with relatively low vegetation density and good separation from dense bushland. While some native vegetation exists in the area, the predominantly urban-coastal character and island setting result in low bushfire risk classification under Queensland's Bushfire Prone Area mapping. Standard building practices apply; BAL-LOW or lower construction requirements are typical for this location.
Crime & Safety
Banksia Beach on Bribie Island experiences crime rates below Queensland state averages, reflecting its nature as a coastal residential community. Property-related offences dominate the crime profile, with theft being the most prevalent category. The suburb maintains relatively stable crime patterns consistent with low-to-moderate risk regional areas.
Total Incidents
2,800
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Banksia Beach is experiencing steady low-to-medium density residential growth, primarily driven by subdivision releases and infill intensification targeting the coastal lifestyle market. Regional infrastructure investment (notably Bribie Island Bridge connectivity) and foreshore amenity upgrades are supporting longer-term growth potential. Development activity is moderate and largely aligned with local council planning zones favouring suburban residential character rather than major urban renewal.
Banksia Beach Residential Subdivision Stage 2
0.5 kmMedium-density residential lot releases targeting families and downsizers across multiple stages.
Determination: 2025
Local retail and mixed-use infill
1.2 kmSmall-scale neighbourhood shopping precinct with residential apartments above retail frontage.
Bribie Island Bridge approach road upgrade
2.5 kmState-funded transport corridor improvements to service regional connectivity and support growth on Bribie Island.
Banksia Beach foreshore reserve improvement
0.2 kmPublic amenity and recreational facility upgrades along the beach access zone.
Medium-density residential intensification DA
1.8 kmDual occupancy and villa-style infill development capitalising on proximity to beach and services.
Heritage & Conservation
Banksia Beach is a modern suburban locality on Bribie Island, QLD, primarily developed from the 1980s onwards as a residential community. The area lacks significant heritage listings or conservation overlays typical of established outer suburbs, though nearby Bribie Island has some historical significance including the heritage-listed lightstation. Most properties in Banksia Beach are contemporary residential dwellings with minimal heritage constraints.
Nearby Heritage Items